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Demon House (2018): Cast & Ratings

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Demon House is a 2018 horror documentary starring Zak Bagans, Adam Ahlbrandt and Billy Tolley. It runs 1 hour 51 minutes and was made on a reported $22 million budget. Its Echo Score is 28/100.

Echo Score
28
budget
$22M
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Demon House (2018) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 51m (111 min)
Original language
English
Budget
$22M
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Demon House About?

The premise of Demon House without spoilers.

A wave of panic and fear grips a community when reports surface of a possible demonic possession within a house in Indiana. Intrigued and compelled, paranormal investigator Zak Bagans purchases the property without seeing it. He and his team quickly discover they are not alone, and become entangled in what is believed to be the most extensively documented case of demonic possession in American history.

Demon House Themes & Keywords

· 15 tags
  • demon
  • docudrama
  • reenactment
  • haunted house
  • indiana
  • family trouble
  • trouble breathing
  • demolition
  • ghost
  • black family
  • demonic force
  • bad smell
+3 more
  • basement
  • demonic possession
  • oppression
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Cast & crew

Demon House Cast

Zak Bagans leads the cast, with Adam Ahlbrandt and Billy Tolley.

Also Starring in Demon House

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Ratings

Demon House Reviews & Ratings

Our Echo Score gives it 28/100, strongest in sensory experience (35) and weakest in character & emotion (20).

28 /100

Demon House Echo Score Breakdown

Overall, Demon House delivers a documentary experience that leans heavily toward a negative reception. Reviewers repeatedly note the overreliance on reenactments, lack of verifiable evidence, and a production quality comparable to a television episode rather than a cinematic investigation. While a few viewers appreciate the subject matter and find occasional moments engaging, the consensus points to a thin narrative and limited replay value. Consequently, the film is judged as a largely unsatisfying entry in the paranormal genre.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 25

    In terms of art and craft, the documentary exhibits several shortcomings. Critics highlight a visual style that resembles a low-budget TV episode, with limited cinematic flair and excessive narration that hampers pacing. Editing appears uneven, and the reliance on staged reenactments detracts from a polished production design. The net impression is that the technical execution falls short of professional documentary standards.

  • Character & Emotion 20

    When evaluating character and emotion, the film receives minimal praise. Observations describe the central investigator as pompous and the on‑screen participants as overacted, reducing authentic emotional resonance. The depth of the individuals portrayed is limited, and chemistry among the cast feels forced. Overall, the character work is viewed as weak and contributes little to audience engagement.

  • Story & Flow 30

    The story and flow are perceived as largely derivative and sluggish. Reviewers note that the documentary retells a well‑known haunting without introducing new evidence, resulting in a predictable narrative. Pacing suffers from extended exposition and a lack of original investigation, though some find the house's influence on participants mildly interesting. The consensus is that the plot fails to sustain compelling momentum.

  • Sensory Experience 35

    Sensory experience receives modest criticism. While the soundtrack and sound design are not heavily condemned, the overall visual cohesion is described as underdeveloped, mirroring the TV‑style aesthetic. The lack of atmospheric depth and occasional over‑narration diminish immersion. Nevertheless, a few viewers acknowledge occasional effective moments, leading to a slightly higher, yet still low, sensory rating.

  • Rewatch Factor 28

    Rewatch factor is generally low across the feedback. Many reviewers state they would not watch the documentary again due to its repetitive storytelling and limited new content. A handful of fans of the paranormal genre find it acceptable for a single viewing, but the dominant sentiment underscores minimal lasting appeal. Consequently, the film scores poorly on replayability.

Videos

Demon House Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Demon House.

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Demon House Also Known As

8 alternative titles, including “Το Σπίτι των Δαιμόνων” and “To Spiti ton Demonon”.

Also known as
  • Το Σπίτι των Δαιμόνων
  • To Spiti ton Demonon
  • Демонический дом
  • 데몬 하우스
  • Демонична къща
  • 恶魔之屋
  • Demon House: l’incroyable démon
  • 鬼屋實錄:惡魔之家

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FAQ

Demon House FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, cast, budget and post-credit scenes of Demon House, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Demon House?

Demon House runs 1 hour 51 minutes (111 minutes).

When was Demon House released?

Demon House was released on March 16, 2018.

Who is in the cast of Demon House?

Demon House stars Zak Bagans, Adam Ahlbrandt and Billy Tolley, among 7 credited actors.

What was the budget of Demon House?

Demon House had a reported budget of $22 million.

Does Demon House have a post-credit scene?

No. Demon House has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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